Assistant Director - Recreation

Print


Assistant Director - Recreation

Salary

$76,196.00 - $114,197.00 Annually

Location

MI 48226, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

2021201105945gsd

Department

General Services

Opening Date

11/02/2021

Closing Date

2/14/2022 12:00 AM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

9000-Non Union Salary Regular Service General

Description

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - RECREATION


Under executive direction, plans, directs, and coordinates resources and operational activities of general services field operations. Knowledge of the discipline would normally be obtained through a formal 4-year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed.

Examples of Duties


Essential Duties and Responsibilities     (may perform other duties as assigned)

 

  • Identifies, delineates, and proposes solutions to difficult administrative problems.
  • Confers with division heads on policy interpretation, activities, procedures, problems, and required action to ensure efficient and economical operations in compliance with policies, rules, laws, and legal provisions.
  • Analyzes relevant data including, but not limited to, industry statistics, equipment and supplies performance, cost and work reports to evaluate efficiency, personnel and supplier productivity, performance metrics, building occupancy costs, and develops and coordinates plans and procedures for improvement.
  • Inspects facilities and operations to identify and prioritize response to problems.
  • Develops and recommends changes in general administrative policies.
  • Confers with division heads to direct work of administrative staff and managers.
  • Enforces established disciplinary and safety procedures.
  • Directs preparation of operating and capital budget requirements and management of resources.
  • Addresses complaints and inquiries of an administrative nature.
  • Represents the department in public and official contacts and provides executive support to the Administration. 
  • Develops job descriptions for recreation staff, assists in hiring process, designs and conducts training programs for staff, volunteers, board members and advocacy groups; evaluates staff performance.
  • Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures as well as recommendations to revise policies and procedures, including those to meet legal requirements.
  • Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications (required):

  • Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • Seven (7) years of recent and progressive managerial and administrative experience, including staffing, budgeting, project management, and operations management.


Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.

 

Qualifications (preferred):

  • Experience in connection with large-scale public or private operations.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

  • Interview: 70%
  • Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
  • Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
  • Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
  • Detroit Residency Credit:   15 point

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of principles of organization and general administrative practices including budget preparation and administration, personnel management, contract and project management, business planning.
  • Knowledge of rules, laws, legal provisions, administrative and programmatic policies and practices relating to parks, recreation programs.
  • Skill in planning, directing and coordinating the activities of a large organization.
  • Skill in project management.
  • Skill in coordinating a wide variety of inter-related activities and managing multiple priorities.
  • Skill in effective oral and written communication with department heads and staff, customer agencies, contractors, consultants, public officials, and the public. 
  • Skill in analyzing information to make effective and economical decisions.
  • Ability to display resourcefulness and initiative in performance of duties.
  • Ability to the use of personal computers and common office database, spreadsheet, and word processing software.
  • Advanced analytic ability is needed to gather and interpret data where answers can be found only after detailed analysis of many facts. 
  • Excellent in building and maintaining strong external partnerships.
  • Experience with budget management and development
  • Modern and complex principles, practices and techniques of arts, recreation and leisure services activity administration, organization, and operation.
  • Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
  • Participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives, and procedures.

 

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements:

  • Certified Parks and Recreation Profession (CPRP) preferred

 

Physical Demands:

  • There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

 

Work Environment

  • May report to governing boards, the Mayor, or City Council on the nature and status of specific programs or projects. 
  • May represent the department with the general public and community-based organizations.



The above statements reflect the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this class.   Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.  Essential duties may vary from position to position. 

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees.  Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below.  Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH
  • Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
  • Dental
  • Vision
INSURANCE
  •  Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family.  The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance.  Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.  
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
PAID TIME OFF
  • Sick Leave 
  • Vacation
  • Holidays
OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System.  This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
•    Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or         
- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
•   In the event of  disability, other eligibility rules apply);
- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
•    Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.  

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.


Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01
Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have seven (7) years of recent and progressive managerial and administrative experience, including staffing, budgeting, project management, and operations management? If so, explain in detail.
03
Explain your experience in connection with large-scale public or private operations.
04
Why do you feel you are a great candidate for this position?

Required Question

Agency
City of Detroit
Address
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center
2 Woodward Ave ste 316
Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Website
http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job
Job Opportunities
Account
Terms Of Use
Cookie Settings
Copyright © 2024